The Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game will be played on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 9:00 PM ET at Target Center. The Timberwolves are ranked eighth in the Western Conference with a record of 21-19. They narrowly lost to the Golden State Warriors 115-116 in their most recent game.
On the other hand, the Cavaliers are thriving as the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference with a 34-16 record. While they’ve been impressive overall, they were defeated 114-134 by the top team in the West in their last game. The Timberwolves and Cavaliers have faced each other 67 times in the regular season, with the Timberwolves winning 27 of those games and the Cavaliers 40.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Prediction
The Timberwolves have been good defensively this season, ranking 4th in the NBA for points allowed per game at 107.9. Offensively, they struggle, sitting 22nd in points scored with 109.8 per game. They rank 19th in total rebounds (43.7) but are strong in limiting opponent rebounds, allowing just 43.2 per game (10th in the league). Minnesota has excelled in three-point shooting, ranking 4th in both three-pointers made (15.1 per game) and percentage (38.0%).
Meanwhile, the Cavaliers are a high-scoring team, ranking 2nd in the league with 122.1 points per game while allowing 112.0 points (12th). They are also strong on the boards, with 43.9 rebounds per game (18th), and they limit opponents to 43.7 rebounds (12th). Cleveland is dominant in three-point shooting, ranking 3rd in makes (16.1 per game) and 1st in percentage (39.7%).
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Click on ‘Follow Us’ and get notified of the most viral NBA stories via Google! Follow Us
- PG Mike Conley
- SG Anthony Edwards
- SF Jaden McDaniels
- PF Julius Randle
- C Rudy Gobert
Cleveland Cavaliers
- PG Darius Garland
- SG Donovan Mitchell
- PF Dean Wade
- PF Evan Mobley
- C Jarrett Allen
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Injuries Update
The Timberwolves will be without Terrence Shannon, who is out due to an ankle injury, Donte DiVincenzo, who is dealing with a toe injury, and Leonard Miller, who is out with an illness.
The Cavaliers have no reported injuries, which has played an important role in their strong position at the top of the Eastern Conference. With a healthy roster, they have maintained consistent and effective play throughout the season.
Also Read: NBA Power Rankings: All 30 NBA Teams Ranked From WORST To FIRST After Week 12
